Testimonies

“As Jo shared about words, cruel names from my teenage years filled my mind. I had buried memories deep down such was the pain and shame they caused me. They were like arrows lodged in my soul, so I allowed the healing to begin. I faced that rejected kid inside of me and let the love of Jesus come flooding in. I can now also speak about my experiences without sadness. I am a testament to the healing power of Jesus!”

Stuart, 45

“I used to think that I was too broken to fix so I convinced myself that I was fine. But memories of my mum’s death haunted me and my dad’s absence kept me lonely. God used Pastor Jo to take me on a healing journey. I felt like she understood my pain. I dealt with hidden issues and God did a deep work. I opened my heart, and bit by bit, I got healed.”

Martha, 23

“Growing up in a loving Christian family, I thought I was sorted. However, we all get bruised on our journey through life. As Jo ministered, I discovered deep wounds that made me defensive and competitive. Negative words from teachers and leaders had damaged my self-image. With the help of God’s Spirit, I faced hidden hurts and received my healing. I can honestly say that I am a transformed woman.”

Sophie, 34

“After a childhood marked by abandonment and sexual abuse, I never really expected to be free. But through the ministry of Pastor Jo, God took me on an incredible and life-changing healing journey. Now I am a new person. I can embrace the love of God and for the first time, I know God has a plan and a purpose for my life. God has restored me.”

Grace, 32

“After 37 years of marriage, I went through a devastating divorce. My husband beat me, repeatedly cheated and refused to contribute financially. I felt humiliated, heartbroken and was at the point of breakdown. Soon my pain turned to bitterness and hate. Pastors, friends and family tried to encourage me but I found it impossible to forgive. I wanted revenge and longed for something terrible to happen to him.

Then I was given ‘Lifting the Mask’ by Jo Naughton. As I read, hope grew in my heart. If God could restore Jo after the death of her daughter, then God could do the same for me. With tears running down my face, I knelt before the Lord and asked Him to heal me. Day by day, the Lord brought healing. I read the book carefully, paying attention to every scripture. I memorised key verses and confessed them every time I felt pain or anger. I was determined to get my healing. Today I have real peace and great joy. I am enjoying life. Recently I met my husband at a family event and warmly shook his hand. The look of shock on his face was a picture!”

Angela, Ghana

*All names have been changed to protect the identity of the people who have shared.

About Jo Naughton

PR Director turned Pastor, Jo Naughton is an international speaker and author. Sharing with great personal honesty, she is used by God to bring truth and healing into many lives. Together with her husband Paul, Jo pastors Harvest Church in London. They have two children, Benjamin and Abigail.